20 September 2026
Project Finance Associate
Compensation
$235,000 – $390,000
Key requirements
2-5 years of experience in project finance transactions at a leading law firm Experience representing sponsors, lenders, or investors in complex domestic and cross-border energy project finance transactions Familiarity with renewable energy, power, infrastructure, or energy transition projects Experience with DOE-backed financings or similar government-supported programs
TrendsThe role
Baker Botts is seeking a Project Finance Associate with 2-5 years of experience to join its Finance and Projects practices in Austin, Dallas, or Houston. This role will focus on complex domestic and cross-border project finance transactions, particularly in the energy sector.
What you'll do
- Represent lenders, sponsors, and other stakeholders in project finance transactions
- Structure and negotiate credit agreements, intercreditor agreements, security documents, and related financing documentation
- Support transactions involving DOE Loan Programs Office (LPO) financing, including Title XVII and ATVM programs
- Conduct due diligence and manage deal execution across multidisciplinary teams
- Collaborate closely with partners and clients on sophisticated, high-profile transactions
What we're looking for
2-5 years of experience in project finance transactions at a leading law firm
Experience representing sponsors, lenders, or investors in complex domestic and cross-border energy project finance transactions
Familiarity with renewable energy, power, infrastructure, or energy transition projects
Experience with DOE-backed financings or similar government-supported programs
Strong drafting, analytical, and organizational skills
Demonstrated ability to manage multiple workstreams in fast-paced environments
Excellent academic credentials
Strong attention to detail
Admission to the bar in the relevant U.S. jurisdiction (or eligibility to waive in)
Experience in conventional or renewable power projects and/or midstream and downstream energy projects· nice to have
Familiarity with U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) financing programs· nice to have
Benefits
The salary range is $235,000 to $390,000 and depends on a candidate's experience
Hiring contacts
SR
Stephanie Roth
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Project Finance Associate
Baker Botts · Austin / Dallas / Houston / New York / Palo Alto / San Francisco / Washington D.C. · $235,000 – $390,000
Austin / Dallas / Houston / New York / Palo Alto / San Francisco / Washington D.C. · $235,000 – $390,000